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Welcome to the Panama Air Hub

Discover everything you need to know about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)—a key Latin American hub, often called the "Hub of the Americas," connecting travelers between North and South America, Europe, and beyond. 

Introduction

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is one of the most important air hubs in Latin America and is often called the "Hub of the Americas" due to its central location between North and South America. It serves as a major transit hub for travelers connecting between the two continents, as well as offering flights to and from Europe and other regions worldwide.

General Information & Contact Details. 

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
📍 Location: Panama City, Panama
🌎 Airport Code: PTY
💰 Currency: US Dollar (USD) & Panamanian Balboa (PAB)
🗣 Official Language: Spanish
🌐 Website: www.tocumenpanama.aero

History & Overview

• Opened: 1947

• Expansion: Major terminal upgrades in 2019

• Annual Passengers: Over 15 million

• Strategic importance: A key link for travel between North & South America

Destinations & Major Airlines

• PTY offers direct flights to key cities in the USA (Miami, New York, Los Angeles), Europe (Madrid, Lisbon), and South America 

Airlines Operating at the Hub

Major Airlines Operating at PTY:

• Copa Airlines (Flag Carrier & Hub Airline of Panama)

• American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines (USA connections)

• Iberia (Flights to Madrid, Spain)

• TAP Air Portugal (Flights to Lisbon, Portugal)

• Avianca & LATAM Airlines (South American connections)

Airport Services & Facilities

• Two terminals with modern passenger facilities

• VIP lounges, duty-free shopping, and diverse dining options

• Efficient international transit services for connecting flights

• Car rental, taxis, and metro links to Panama City

• Airline service desks for Copa Airlines, American Airlines, Iberia, and others